All News articles – Page 24
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NewsAldi becomes first UK supermarket to top staff pay at £13 an hour
Discounter Aldi is set to become the first UK supermarket to pay all of its frontline staff at least £13 an hour.
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NewsWayfair cuts UK workforce by more than half
Wayfair has slashed its UK workforce by more than half within two years as it battles a sales slump.
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NewsCo-op becomes first UK grocer to offer Deliveroo Express on-demand delivery
The Co-op has become the first UK retailer to partner with Deliveroo on its white-label delivery service Deliveroo Express.
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NewsRetail groups urge government to make changes to Employee Rights Bill
Several retail and employment bodies have urged the government to accept changes to the Employee Rights Bill.
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NewsTop UK retailers exposed to cyber vulnerabilities reaches 80%
Across the UK’s top 50 retailers, 80% are now exposed to at least one form of critical cyber vulnerability, Retail Week can reveal
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NewsPepco Group brings in advisers to support Poundland transition to new owners
Former Poundland owner Pepco Group has drafted in an advisory firm to help with the value chain’s move to new owners.
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NewsDepop appoints new chief executive and rolls out AI photo integration tool
Fashion resale marketplace Depop has appointed a new chief executive officer following a successful stint as interim boss.
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NewsSunny weather drives UK retail sales to fourth consecutive monthly rise
UK retail sales are estimated to have risen 1.2% in April, marking the fourth straight month of growth and reaching their highest level since July 2021.
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NewsConfidence falls as consumers sense ‘stormy conditions ahead’
The British public is cautious about what’s to come when looking at the economy and their personal finances, according to the latest GfK consumer confidence index.
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NewsLidl to cut head office jobs as part of growth plans
Discounter Lidl has today announced a proposal to cut around 70 head office roles to support its expansion plans.
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NewsShop theft figures shoot up to record-breaking levels
UK shoplifting figures hit a record high in the last year, prompting fresh calls for action from the government and the police from retail leaders.
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NewsBoots unveils plans for fragrance-only store
Health and beauty retailer Boots is to open a new fragrance-only boutique in London this autumn, showcasing exclusive scents and immersive experiences.
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NewsCurrys rolls out new AI video tech to enhance customer experience
Currys is integrating AI video technology into its services operations in a bid to streamline customer experience.
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NewsRiver Island at risk of collapse “within weeks” without rescue plan - report
River Island is set to collapse “within weeks” unless a rescue plan can be agreed with creditors, according to a report in The Telegraph.
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NewsDebenhams “close” to refinancing deal with past department store funder
Debenhams Group is in advanced talks about securing a £175m refinancing package with one of the companies behind the 2003 delisting of the former department store potentially involved, according to a Sky News report.
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NewsWickes sees strong growth as shoppers seek timber and garden fixes
The DIY and home improvement business saw like-for-like retail revenue growth of 6.4% in the six months ending June 28, 2025 vs the year before
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NewsConsumer confidence falls as rising inflation dampens spirits
Consumer sentiment across the UK has fallen in July, as rising inflation puts pressure on shoppers’ finances, according to data from the BRC-Opinium.
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NewsM&S wades into farming row with government tax grab criticism
Marks & Spencer has warned the government that changes to farming inheritance tax could discourage young people from entering the farming industry.
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NewsEvri posts record results and parcel volumes following investment
Parcel delivery company Evri has posted a set of record results and parcel volumes after it invested millions to improve service, new clients and growth.
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NewsMorrisons to offer new and improved terms for independent partners
In a bid to continue the growth of its convenience store business, Morrisons has today announced that it will be offering independent partners enhanced terms.